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Contact:

Dawn Mayer
Pastoral Associate

dmayer@holyfamilyparish.org

Posted 6/17/2025

Job Title:

Youth Minister

Hours:

Full time

Parish:

Holy Family Parish
2515 West Palatine Road
Inverness, IL

Description:

Holy Family Catholic Community in Inverness, IL, a large parish of 4500 families, located in the northwest suburbs of Chicago is seeking a Full-time Youth Minister to develop and implement a comprehensive approach to youth ministry as outlined in the USCCB document Renewing the Vision.

The Youth Minister serves as a spiritual leader and role model. This position reports to the Director of Family and Teen FAITH (FTF) and works collaboratively with the Pastor, members of the FTF department, the Holy Family staff and volunteers to implement the vision and mission of the parish “To empower all to experience New Life in Christ through sacramental living, transformative worship, lifelong spiritual growth and community in service to others.”

Specific responsibilities include:

  • Direct IGNITE and FLAME (junior high and high school catechetical program).
  • Guidance and advocacy for teens.
  • Develop Adult Coordinating Team for Youth Ministry; develop strategic outreach plan.
  • Oversee the Faith on Fire–post Confirmation initiative.
  • Mentor youth in leadership skills.
  • Design, direct and evaluate programs and events for parish teens.
  • Record keeping and manage budget for youth ministry. 
  • Communicate using all available resources (email, website, bulletin, social media, etc.). 
  • Provide opportunities for teens to engage in community service.

Requirements:

  • Must be a practicing Catholic and demonstrate an understanding of Catholic teaching and practice.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Theology or Youth Ministry is desirable.
  • Certificate in Youth Ministry from a 4 year Catholic College is a plus.
  • Minimum of two years’ experience in parish ministry.

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